Chapter 1 Quiz

The use of wealth and resources in a place

• aquifer

• economy

an underground layer of porous rock that holds water

• aquifer

• mesa

the amount of water in the air

• aquifer

• humidity

similar to a hill, but with a top that is flat

• aquifer

• mesa

In which two regions of the United States would you find the Appalachian mountains?

• Northeast and Southeast

• West and Southwest

Which region of the United States is completely bordered by Mexico to the south?

• Southwest

• Southeast

What is NOT an example of a natural boundary between states?

• roads

• rivers

During which stage of the water cycle does water vapor cool and form small drops that gather to form clouds?

• evaporation

• condensation

How can elevation affect the climate of a place?

(Remember that elevation is the height above sea level)

• Higher elevation brings colder temperatures

• Higher elevation brings warmer temperatures

What is the best way to describe the climate of the Southeast region of the US?

• dry, very cold winters and cold summers

• humid, mild or warm winters and hot summers